French 1870-71, Garde Mobile Soldier CDV, Siege of BelfortThis item is listed for historical interest only. It was listed on our site previously but has
been sold and is no longer available for purchase.Sold for: $45.00

French 1870-71, Garde Mobile Soldier CDV, Siege of BelfortThis item is listed for historical interest only. It was listed on our site previously but has
been sold and is no longer available for purchase.Sold for: $45.00

Original era photography. A very clear, full length CDV image of a Garde Mobile soldier wearing a simple peasant-type smock, belt equipments and leggings. He leans against a photographers chair, with his kepi placed on the seat.The backmark is of a photographer in the city of Belfort, which during the war of 1870-71, endured a prolonged German siege without ever surrendering until the armistice in February 1871.